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02-16-2010, 02:53 AM
Larry,
I think to better focus on your question. Consistency. Using references to prepare for braking will certainly help. When you find one that does not move just start your preparation prior and get your eyes if and into the corner. You won't need to rely on peripheral vision because you have determined your action before the marker say .5 secs or 3 car lengths. BTW late braking does not make up the big difference on lap times it is faster entry or less braking that makes the bigger difference. Faster entry does always mean faster exit speeds. Sometimes it does but, the type of corner and other complications may make faster entry yield a slower exit with still a faster lap. I would suggest getting a Data system as this will tell you the truth about your results. You can purchase one pretty cheap these days. Self-teaching needs objective data to back up suspicions. Just because it feels fast does not mean it was/is. Some guys never get this and avoid the reality that a data logger gives them when they are certain of their results. The benefits are big and the sobering to where to improve and refine your driving skills.
I think to better focus on your question. Consistency. Using references to prepare for braking will certainly help. When you find one that does not move just start your preparation prior and get your eyes if and into the corner. You won't need to rely on peripheral vision because you have determined your action before the marker say .5 secs or 3 car lengths. BTW late braking does not make up the big difference on lap times it is faster entry or less braking that makes the bigger difference. Faster entry does always mean faster exit speeds. Sometimes it does but, the type of corner and other complications may make faster entry yield a slower exit with still a faster lap. I would suggest getting a Data system as this will tell you the truth about your results. You can purchase one pretty cheap these days. Self-teaching needs objective data to back up suspicions. Just because it feels fast does not mean it was/is. Some guys never get this and avoid the reality that a data logger gives them when they are certain of their results. The benefits are big and the sobering to where to improve and refine your driving skills.